Programme Support Officer - Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels

As Scotland’s leading nature conservation charity, we welcome applications from individuals who are looking to join us in our journey of protecting Scotland’s wildlife for the future.
From major species and landscape restoration projects, to managing our network of wildlife reserves and campaigning for nature, we work for Scotland’s wildlife year-round.
We give a voice to wildlife through our policy and campaigning work, demonstrate best practice through practical conservation work, engage with people to take positive action through our education programmes and events, and so much more.
Title: Programme Support Officer - Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels
Status: Full time (35 hrs/week), Fixed term (until 31st March 2028)
Salary: £24,500 per annum
Location: Hybrid / Harbourside House, Leith, Edinburgh
Closing date: Sunday 7th June, midnight
The Role:
Are you an organised and motivated individual with a passion for nature conservation? We are seeking a dedicated Programme Support Officer to join our Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels Project. Here you will be part of a passionate team making a real difference in wildlife conservation in a varied and rewarding role. This is an opportunity to be part of a vital initiative working to protect and promote red squirrel populations, ensuring their sustainable long-term future in our landscapes.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
As an active member of the project team you’ll work closely with project staff and stakeholders. You will support the team by managing orders and supplies essential for project operations, handling enquiries from the public, providing accurate information about squirrel conservation efforts, and process and record payments including compiling reports to track project expenditure.
The successful candidate will:
This role would suit someone with exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail, strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, volunteers, and the public, and a team player who can also work independently and take initiative. Experience in project administration, financial administration, public communications, and procurement is essential.
For further details, please download the role description here.
Closing date: Sunday 7th June, midnight
Interview date: 17th June
The Trust is a passionate employer, proactive about creating a culture of diversity and inclusive workplace that promotes and values equal opportunities for all. We welcome individuals from all networks of life, backgrounds, and experiences